How To Fix /SCMTMS/GNT_CUST005 - Enter valid doc. type in document scheme &1; TU cat. invalid for type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/GNT_CUST -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Enter valid doc. type in document scheme &1; TU cat. invalid for type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/GNT_CUST005 - Enter valid doc. type in document scheme &1; TU cat. invalid for type &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/GNT_CUST005 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the document type and transportation unit (TU) category configuration. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Document Type: The error indicates that the document type specified in the document scheme is not valid for the given transportation unit category.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the Customizing settings for document types and their associated transportation unit categories.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have entered an incorrect document type or transportation unit category in the relevant transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type and TU Category:
  
  Verify that the document type you are trying to use is correctly defined in the system.
  Ensure that the transportation unit category is valid for the specified document type.
  
  
  
  Customizing Settings:
  
  Navigate to the Customizing settings in SAP TM:
  
  Use transaction code SPRO.
  Go to SAP Transportation Management > Basic Transportation Management > Define Document Types.
  
  
  Check the configuration for the document type and ensure it is linked to the correct transportation unit categories.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the error is due to incorrect data entry, ensure that the document type and transportation unit category are entered correctly in the relevant transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP Help documentation for Transportation Management to understand the valid combinations of document types and transportation unit categories.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the configuration by attempting to create or process the document again to ensure the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration and /SCMTMS/ related transactions for Transportation Management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify document types and transportation unit categories.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.